University College Birmingham is an English university located in Birmingham. Along with Newman University, it was granted full university status in 2012. It is affiliated with Warwick University. In the 2022 WhatUni Student Choice Awards, the institution was named ‘University of the Year,’ as well as first in the ‘Student Support’ category. The institution is located in the heart of Birmingham and provides vocational and academic education at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Hospitality and culinary arts, hairdressing and beauty, tourism, commercial enterprise, marketing, business management, accounting, finance, events management, sports management, sports medicine, sports therapy, and Early Years education are all fields of specialization at the institution. The university has buildings at Summer Row and Newhall Street, as well as the Postgraduate Centre at George Street. In addition, the university has halls of residence, with space for 872 students, at The Maltings and Cambrian Hall, which are both situated just off Broad Street, the main entertainment district in the city. The new development at The Maltings also includes a sports hall, shop and student bar, Joshuas.

Located less than 90 minutes from London by train, with major rail and bus stations just minutes from campus, Birmingham offers students exceptional connectivity and access to one of the UK’s most dynamic cities. With nearly 40% of its population under the age of 25, the city has a vibrant, youthful atmosphere that makes it an ideal place to study. From late-night food venues and cafés to green spaces, cultural attractions, and live entertainment, Birmingham provides a rich and varied student lifestyle. The city is also home to a thriving business and start-up scene, offering students valuable opportunities to gain experience, build networks, and kick-start their careers.